City Commission Meets Monday

Residents can find agendas for city commission meetings on the city's website.

Please note, meeting agendas are often revised at the last minute, so please recheck the agenda prior to the meeting for any changes.

Dream Cruise Dos & Don'ts

It's Dream Cruise weekend! Here's our annual list of 'Dos and Don'ts' for what is considered the world’s largest one-day automotive event.

1. Do remember it's an alcohol free event
Keep in mind it is a family event and there is zero-tolerance for alcohol at this event.

2. Don't drive recklessly
Reckless driving, including spinning tires or revving engines, isn't tolerated. It's misdemeanor violation and you could end up with a fine up to $500.

3. Don't sit or stand in the median
The median is used as a emergency lane, so please don't sit or stand in it. You can bring lawn chairs and sit along the curb, but please don't block the sidewalks.

4. Do follow traffic laws, even if you are on a bike
A few mishaps with bikes have occurred over the years. Legally you can ride a bike on Woodward during the Dream Cruise, but it's not recommended. If you do, you must follow all traffic laws, which means you can't weave between cars or ignore traffic signals.
You can ride your bike on the sidewalk, but you have to be courteous to pedestrians. It's best just to walk your bike around.

5. Don't use the neighborhoods as a parking lot
Cruisegoers may legally park on neighborhood streets but cannot block driveways or sidewalks. And cars can't be left overnight. Residents need to be able to get in and out.

Police Department Update

Find the most recent police reports on the city's website.

Citizens are also encouraged to sign up for crime alerts at crimemapping.com. Crime Mapping's goal is to assist police departments in reducing crime through a better-informed citizenry.

Sign up for public safety alerts from the police using Civic Ready. Click here to subscribe.

Citizens Police Academy Accepting Applications

The Royal Oak Citizens Police Academy is an exciting seven-week course that meets once a week on Wednesday evenings at the police station at 6:30 p.m. Classes last for approximately three hours. The fall session begins on Oct. 5, 2022.

Open only to residents of Royal Oak, attendees get an insider's look at the internal operations and challenges of the police department.

You must be 18 years of age or older to attend the academy. All potential applicants are screened before they are accepted. You will be notified no later than Sept. 30, 2022, if you have been admitted.

Apply Today

Questions regarding the academy should be directed to Lt. Al Carter at albertc@romi.gov.

Share Your Vision for Parks

Royal Oak is updating its Parks and Recreation Master Plan and we want to hear from you. Your input is critical to helping the City assess the needs of the community, and will be used to create recommendations for capital improvements, programming and new recreation amenities!

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Cool Off With Us!

Summer is officially here! With higher temps, comes the need to cool down. We want to remind residents that the Salter Center (1545 E Lincoln Ave) and the Mahany/Meininger Senior Center (3500 Marais Ave) are available during normal business hours to drop in and escape from the heat.

Sustainability & Climate Action Plan Adopted

Royal Oak has adopted its first sustainability and climate action plan. The 2022 Royal Oak Sustainability and Climate Action Plan (S-CAP) is a three-year action strategy that outlines projects and programs to support the city’s sustainability and climate goals.

The plan represents the first formal sustainability planning effort for Royal Oak and includes environmental protection, economic prosperity, greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction, and social accessibility, inclusion, and equity.

Learn more.

Listen Up, Royal Oak!

The new City Commission chamber offers an assistive listening solution that delivers clarity to those struggling to hear in a big room that can at times be crowded. The device (shown in the photo) is easy to use.

If you are interested in trying one, please call the Human Resources Department at 248-246-3070 in advance of any meeting you are planning to attend. We’ll be happy to have a listening device ready and waiting for you!

Residential Lock Boxes Available at the Fire Department

The Royal Oak Fire Department’s residential lockbox program is designed to get quick access to adults living in their own homes during medical emergencies -- especially senior citizens. When every second counts, the lockbox -- which contains a key to your home -- reduces the likelihood of property damage caused by first responders forcing entry into your home in response to an emergency call.

For more information, go to https://www.romi.gov/1271/FAQ-Residential-Lockbox

Oh, The Things You Can Do Online

We have put together a list of our most requested online services. Discover all the things you can do from the comfort of your home, office or favorite hideaway.

Still can’t find what you are looking for? Email citymanager@romi.gov and someone will get back to you.

Quick Links

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